Central Downtown Scottsdale Travel Guide

Articles about Central Downtown Scottsdale

At some point, “family-friendly” became “kid-centered.” I’ll let scientists figure out that exact moment, but in the meantime, I’ll do my best to help swing the pendulum back toward the center of fun for the whole family. Scottsdale’s a pretty rel...

Residents of Scottsdale and Phoenix are frequently asked, “How do you survive the summer heat?” The answer is simple: air-conditioning and swimming pools. We take our pools seriously in Arizona, and Scottsdale’s resorts have elevated the simple sw...

It’s Arizona’s version of March Madness—Cactus League Spring Training—when 15 Major League Baseball teams descend upon the Phoenix-Scottsdale area for a month of training, allowing fans to catch a game (or two) every day until early April. The lea...

I wouldn’t call myself an expert when it comes to “wellness experiences”—and my friends and family would strongly agree. I’m the sort of guy who tries his best to get to the gym on a (semi-)regular basis. Although I do love a good massage at a ful...

If the word “desert” conjures up images of sand dunes and parched, monochromatic landscapes, then get ready for a revelation. Scottsdale is located in the northeastern corner of the Sonoran Desert, the most ecologically diverse desert region on th...

Hotels in Central Downtown Scottsdale

Restaurants in Central Downtown Scottsdale

Unlike most Scottsdale restaurants, Atlas Bistro really does have a bring-your-own bottle of wine policy. Why? Because this tiny bistro sits right next door to AZ Wine Company, which carries more than 2,000 bottles.

Things to do in Central Downtown Scottsdale

Instead of a poolside lounge or round of golf, visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s former studio and retreat (now home to the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation). Daily guided tours are kept small and last from one to three hours.